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#410 of 842 schools in PR
Top 49% in state
Mildred Arroyo Cardoza
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1306, Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#410 of 842
In Cabo Rojo
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#410 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Mildred Arroyo Cardoza
Mildred Arroyo Cardoza is a public elementary school in Cabo Rojo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Mildred Arroyo Cardoza serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mildred Arroyo Cardoza has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #410 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Mildred Arroyo Cardoza show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1, Mildred Arroyo Cardoza offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Mildred Arroyo Cardoza — Students at Mildred Arroyo Cardoza score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Mildred Arroyo Cardoza Compares
See how Mildred Arroyo Cardoza performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1306, Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mildred Arroyo Cardoza may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIA LUISA ARCELAY (rated 9.5/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Mayaguez), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEBASTIAN PABON ALVES (rated 9.3/10, 7.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ (rated 9.3/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby San German), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cabo Rojo, see our Cabo Rojo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SEVERO E. COLBERG RAMIREZ Cabo Rojo | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PEDRO NELSON COLBERG Cabo Rojo | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| JAMES GARFIELD Cabo Rojo | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CARMEN VIGNALS ROSARIO Cabo Rojo | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| MONSERRATE LEON IRIZARRY Cabo Rojo | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| EFREN RODRIGUEZ TORO Hormigueros | 4.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ALFREDO DORRINGTON Hormigueros | 5.1 mi | 5.1 |
| SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS HORMIGUEROS Hormigueros | 5.3 mi | 6.4 |
| RAMON E. RODRIGUEZ DIAZ Hormigueros | 5.4 mi | 4.0 |
| MARIA LUISA ARCELAY Mayaguez | 6.8 mi | 9.5 |
| SEBASTIAN PABON ALVES Cabo Rojo | 7.2 mi | 9.3 |
| ELPIDIO H. RIVERA Mayaguez | 7.3 mi | 4.8 |
| SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez | 7.7 mi | 7.7 |
| OLGA MAS RAMIREZ Mayaguez | 7.7 mi | 5.4 |
| MARIA DOLORES FARIA Mayaguez | 7.9 mi | 4.0 |
| HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German | 7.8 mi | 9.3 |
| JUAN CANCIO ORTIZ DE LA RENTA Lajas | 7.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00623 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,614
Median Home Value
$118,200
Median Rent
$576/mo
Population
39,005
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
77.7%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
37.2%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARIANO RIERA PALMER Mayaguez, PR | 6.4 |
| VICENTE ACEVEDO BALLESTER Barceloneta, PR | 6.4 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 6.5 |
| JACINTO LOPEZ MARTINEZ Toa Baja, PR | 6.5 |
| JOSEFINA SITIRICHE Gurabo, PR | 6.5 |
| JULIAN MARRERO Corozal, PR | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mildred Arroyo Cardoza
What grades does Mildred Arroyo Cardoza serve?
Mildred Arroyo Cardoza serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mildred Arroyo Cardoza?
Mildred Arroyo Cardoza has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mildred Arroyo Cardoza?
The student-teacher ratio at Mildred Arroyo Cardoza is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mildred Arroyo Cardoza rank in PR?
Mildred Arroyo Cardoza ranks #410 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Mildred Arroyo Cardoza's MySchoolScout rating?
Mildred Arroyo Cardoza has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mildred Arroyo Cardoza?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mildred Arroyo Cardoza has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Mildred Arroyo Cardoza a charter school?
No, Mildred Arroyo Cardoza is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mildred Arroyo Cardoza a Title I school?
No, Mildred Arroyo Cardoza is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mildred Arroyo Cardoza?
90.9% of students at Mildred Arroyo Cardoza qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Cabo Rojo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (787) 851-4720
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #410 of 842
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